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Chromecast adds Hulu, but is this really a win for Google?

Chromecast announced the addition of Hulu to its compatible apps. The service will go live this Wednesday, and will require a subscription to Hulu Plus.
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Report: Amazon preps streaming set-top box for holiday 2013 release

Boston Acoustics’ TVee One holds down virtual surround while holding up your TV

Boston Acoustics announces today the release of its new TVee One sound platform. The home theater device offers multiple inputs, and virtual surround sound.
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U.S. consumers are less tolerant of video ads on smartphones, tablets

Intel VP behind its OnCue Internet TV service may be jumping ship for Hulu

If the VP of Intel media and the leader of the OnCue streaming TV project is considering heading up Hulu, what does that mean for OnCue's future?

Sol Republic taps Calvin Harris to help bring its new Master Tracks XC into the studio

Sol Republic announces its latest headphone model, the Master Tracks XC. Designed with DJ Calvin Harris, the new 'phones promise elite sound and durability.
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That old thing leaning against the wall? It’s just my amazing TV

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UE’s Bluetooth speaker darling sheds some weight, keeps the boom

Ultimate Ears announced the release of a new Bluetooth speaker today to supplement the UE Boom, the UE Mini Boom. The speaker is available today for $100.
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Intel says its groundbreaking new OnCue service and set-top box will have to wait until 2014

Intel has pushed back the launch date of its OnCue OTT service until sometime in 2014, and it doesn't appear Sony is any further along.
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Anthem unleashes refreshed receiver line, Paradigm flashes 7.1 sound bar

Anthem finally refreshed its MRX receiver line, and Paradigm showed off its sleek (and expensive) new 7.1 sound bar at CEDIA this year.

LG keeps the OLED under wraps, succeeds in distracting us with pretty 4K pictures

LG showed off its full line of 4K Ultra HD televisions today at on offsite event held during the CEDIA Expo. Here are our first impressions.
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Yamaha launches two new sound bars, offers inside look at its Aventage A/V separates

We get up close with Yamaha's two latest sound bars, the YAS-152 and YSP-1400, and get a look inside it's new high-end A/V separates. Here's the rundown.

Bang and Olufsen launches impressive wireless product at CEDIA, but we can’t talk about it…yet

B&O announced three new products at CEDIA today, two of which we can talk about, one of which we can't. We have all the available details here.

Sony shows off new 4K projectors at CEDIA, but high-res audio demo steals the show

Sony announced new projectors at the opening of CEDIA 2013 today, but it was the high-res audio demo that impressed us most. Here's our impressions.
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Thought TIVO was dead? Think again

Tivo is back with the introduction of its new Roamio DVR boxes, which tie VOD, media sharing and content recommendation together in one slick little box.
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Definitive Technology showcases four brand new sonic toys at CEDIA 2013

Definitive Technologies unveiled four new products today at CEDIA 2013 in Denver. The products include new Mythos tower speakers, and a DTS 5.1 sound bar.

M-GO and Roku team up to make procrastination just that much easier

M-GO and Roku announced a new partnership today that will put M-GO services on all current and past Roku devices, with streamlined billing through Roku.
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The 4K revolution will be televised, and Netflix says you’ll only need 15 Mbps to watch

In a recent interview for the Copenhagen Future of TV conference, Netflix CEO, Reed Hastings, said the company will offer 4K streaming at around 15 Mbps.
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House of Cards brings Netflix its first major Emmy award

Apple TV’s new firmware lets you stream straight from the cloud

Apple has released Apple TV 6.0, an update that allows AirPlay streaming from iCloud, access to iTunes Radio, and a handful of other features.

Phiaton unleashes two new headphone models, including wireless ‘phones with ANC

Phiaton offers two new headphone designs that will be released in October, the carbon fiber Fusion MS 430, and the wireless Chord MS 530 heaphones.
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Play-Fi takes on AirPlay, makes streaming killer-sounding music from iOS, Android, and Windows a snap

dts announced that its lossless streaming protocol, Play-Fi is releasing an app for iOS today, adding to its current platforms Android, and Windows.
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10 DIY home theater disasters

This is what happens when DIY home theaters go wrong. Use this as a guide for what not to do when assembling your home theater on the cheap.
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Klipsch pairs rock-solid grit with polished elegance for its new Status headphones

Klipsch's new Status headphones are a $250 over-ear design that is forged from high strength materials to match style and durability.
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JBL aims to bring live sound straight to your dome with new Synchros headphones

JBL announced the release of its all new headphone lineup today, the Synchros. There are five new models in all, ranging from powered over-ears to in-ears.
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Cambridge Audio wants to simplify your hi-fi with its powerful all-in-one streaming device

Cambridge Audio's all new Minx Xi is an all-in-one streaming device that's loaded with multiple ways to stream music files and also includes an onboard amp.
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Bowers and Wilkins brings luxury to jet-setters with new P7 over-ear headphones

Bowers and Wilkins announces its first over-ear headphones, the P7. Constructed of high-grade components, the P7 promise elite sound in a travel ready frame

Remembering audio innovator and technology pioneer Ray Dolby

Ray Dolby, pioneer and founder of Dolby Laboratories, died September 12, 2013 at the age of 80. He leaves a historic legacy in the audio and film industry.
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What’s on, matey? Online piracy helps Netflix decide which shows to buy

Netflix uses online piracy statistics to figure out which shows to add to its Watch Instantly roster.
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Sony BRAVIA Smart Stick is basically Google TV as a dongle

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Roku’s new third-party app service fires a shot across Chromecast’s bow

Roku's addition of the DIAL protocol will allow users to control its devices and stream content directly from a smartphone or tablet, similar to Chromecast.
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Upcoming Apple TV update is a swat at Chromecast and Roku. But is it too late?

Apple will reportedly update its Apple TV hardware so that media can be streamed from the cloud. It will also allow users to stream to others' Apple TVs.
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Samsung’s ambitious Smart Media Player marches forward after ducking FCC red tape

The FCC recently granted Samsung a waiver that indicates the company is preparing a cable box/ OTT hybrid.

Just when Aereo thought it was out, FilmOn pulled it back in

A D.C. District court has ruled FilmOn is in violation of copyright laws, which could lead it and rival Aereo to battle TV broadcasters at the Supreme Court